High Performance Fire Fighting Skid Units
When preparing for Australia’s bushfire season, having reliable equipment is essential to protect your property and livelihood. Bushfire Store’s Fire Fighting Skid Units offer robust, mobile firefighting solutions specifically designed for the harsh conditions of Australia’s rural and regional landscapes. These skid units are built to deliver maximum efficiency and water capacity during fire emergencies, making them indispensable for anyone in bushfire prone areas, facing the risk of bushfire damage.
What Are Fire Fighting Skid Units?
Fire Fighting Skid Units are portable, self contained firefighting systems mounted on a galvanised steel skid frame. They are designed to be easily transported and mounted on trailers, utes or trucks offering flexibility and mobility during fire response. These units are perfect for large properties and farms that require a dependable water supply for firefighting in remote areas.
Key Features of Bushfire Store’s Fire Fighting Skid Units
- Durable Construction: Bushfire Store’s skid units are constructed with UV stabilised polyethylene tanks. This ensures long lasting durability, even under Australia’s extreme weather conditions, making them ideal for prolonged exposure to sunlight and high climate temperatures.
- Powerful Pump Systems: Equipped with Honda or Yanmar high pressure pumps, these skid units provide strong water flow and are paired with long reach heavy duty hose reels. This setup ensures efficient water dispersal, making it easier to fight fires in hard to reach or large areas.
- Variety of Tank Sizes: Our skid units come in tank sizes ranging from 500 litres to 8,000 litres, catering to a variety of firefighting needs. Larger tanks offer extended firefighting capability, reducing the need for frequent refills during emergencies.
- Ease of Transportation: The compact skid design allows for easy mounting onto vehicles like utes or trailers. The portability of these units makes them essential for moving across rugged terrains and remote fire affected areas, ensuring quick access to any fire hotspots.
- Australian Design for Local Conditions: Bushfire Store’s fire fighting skid units are designed specifically to meet the demands of Australia’s bushfire season. They are capable of withstanding the toughest Australian conditions, ensuring reliable performance when it’s needed most.
How to Choose the Right Fire Fighting Skid Unit
Selecting the right fire fighting skid unit depends on several factors, including your property size, vehicle compatibility, and the level of bushfire risk you face.
- Property Size: For smaller properties, a 500 litre to 1,000 litre unit is typically sufficient. However, larger properties will benefit from the increased water capacity of 1,200 litre to 8,000 litre units.
- Vehicle Compatibility: Check that your ute, trailer or truck can handle the weight of a full tank. A 500 litre to 1000 litre skid unit is ideal for utes and trailers, while larger units may require a truck or a heavy duty trailer for safe transport.
- Pump Power: In high risk fire areas, look for units with high pressure pumps that can deliver water efficiently over long distances. Bushfire Store’s units come with powerful Honda or Yanmar pumps, ensuring effective fire suppression.
Smart Plumbing and Practical Additions
Each unit is designed with user friendly smart plumbing for quick changeovers, saving time when switching tasks or refilling. Additional features like ball baffles, hose reels, and quick fill suction kit (availability may vary by model) enhance the overall usability, making these units reliable and highly efficient in any scenario.
What Sets Bushfire Store’s Skid Units Apart?
Bushfire Store’s Fire Fighting Skid Units stand out for their combination of durability, performance, and ease of use. Our tanks are built to last through Australia’s long fire seasons, and the skid design allows for easy mobility across large properties. Each unit is designed with a focus on practicality and rapid deployment, ensuring you can respond to fires quickly and effectively.